St. PETERSBURG, Jan 21, Taras Barabash. Winner of the French Open 1974 in doubles, Olga Morozova believes that tennis player Daniil Medvedev is aware of the full degree of responsibility that is entrusted to him in connection with the status of the favorite of the Australian Open. World No. 2 Medvedev entered the third round of the Australian Open, which takes place in Melbourne. Medvedev defeated Australian Nick Kyrgios in the second round — 7:6 (7:1), 6:4, 4:6, 6:2. The next opponent of the Russian will be Botik van de Zandshulp from the Netherlands. «Medvedev now has a very big responsibility, because he is the leader at the moment. But he also plays like the leader of world tennis. He perfectly understands that everyone is sharpening a tooth on him now. Daniil absolutely difficult for everyone, he is a very difficult opponent. I am glad that he is in good shape, they achieved this together with the coach. Daniil is not easy, the main thing is that everything works out. I was pleased that Nick Kiryos spoke very well of Medvedev, despite the defeat This speaks of the strength of Medvedev, and the fact that Kiryos has matured, «said Morozova.
